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You are here: Home / Decor / Rooms / For Kids / Guest Room Turned Playroom

Guest Room Turned Playroom

August 26, 2013 by Allison 12 Comments

colorful playroom - childrens playroom with FLOR carpet tiles via AtticmagMy daughter’s seldom used bedroom is transformed into a fun, colorful playroom.

I recently shared our youngest daughter’s (DD2) budget friendly guest bath which is now used by my darling grandson (DGS).  His bathroom is off a short hallway between his eclectic nursery and the guest bedroom.
colorful playroom - guest bedroom before pictures via AtticmagWhen DD2 purchased the home, the previous owner’s space [left] was turned into guest room [right] using her original master bedroom furniture.

colorful playroom - with FLOR carpet tiles and KidKraft vintage blue kitchen via AtticmagThen along came baby.  And as children grow, so do the size of their toys.  DD2’s goal was to create a bright and fun-filled colorful playroom space so that the living room wasn’t overrun with toys.  The random stripe pattern FLOR carpet squares offer soft, varied textural bands of rainbow color stripes.  The floor covering is 100% recycled nylon, and an easy to clean, hardwearing surface – you can literally take a square outside and hose down.  DD2 chose to install in a straight pattern, but could quarter-turn to create a parquet design for a different look.  DGS loves the vintage inspired ABC cards featuring animal illustrations by Japanese artist Junzo Terada.  Jute twine and miniature clothespins were used for an inexpensive display that won’t damage the cards.  Sturdy lined metal baskets are used as toy storage in this corner, while an organic cotton canvas bin with felt raccoon appliqué is used in another corner [top photo].

colorful playroom - fabric bird hanger collection via AtticmagAs an alternative to the trendy flag banners seen in children’s rooms, DD2 selected whimsical fabric birds and elephant hangers with bells and beads handcrafted by artisans in India.  A single strand had been hung on the closet door hinge in the nursery, and DGS has always been intrigued with the colors and bells.  A single elephant hangs on the ceiling fan pulls here and in his bedroom.

colorful playroom - Kidkraft vintage blue pretent playkitchen via AtticmagDGS cooks a mean meal on his retro style pretend play kitchen.  Last Christmas he gave his mom the handmade yellow sign that reads “There’s this boy who stole my heart, he call me Mom.”  Hers isn’t the only heart that’s been stolen.

colorful playroom - handmade silhouette via AtticmagA vintage frame, scrapbook paper and steady hands were all it took for this Gigi to create his silhouette for her Mother’s Day gift.  Personal, meaningful touches make his playroom a special place for all of us.

colorful playroom - Sugarboo Designs Art Print Brown Boy Dog via AtticmagSources:
Carpet squares – Parallel Reality, pink; FLOR
Teepee – LaFortune Linens; Etsy
Dog Art – Sugarboo Designs Art Print Brown Boy Dog; Layla Grace
Animal Fun Flash Cards – LA LA Land; Anthropologie
Lined Metal Baskets – Creative Co-op; At Home
Fabric Birds – Fabric Hanger Collection; World Market
Pretend Play Kitchen – Vintage Kitchen in Blue; KidKraft
There’s This Boy sign – Madi Kay Designs
Raccoon Storage Bin – 3 Sprouts

Animal Fun Flash Card by LA LA Land via Atticmag
For more of my daughter’s home projects see Hidden Laundry Spaces, Dining Room Transformation, Informal Picture Wall, Master Bedroom and Master Bath Redo.

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Filed Under: For Kids Tagged With: ABC cards, Atticmag, children's play area, children's play teepee, childrens playroom, childrens rooms ideas, colorful playroom, FLOR carpet tiles, playroom artwork, shearling rugs, sheepskin rug, striped rug

Comments

  1. cat_mom says

    August 26, 2013 at 11:52 am

    What a sweet playroom, for what is surely a sweet boy!

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  2. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse says

    August 26, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    Such a colourful and fun room to play in!

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  3. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    August 26, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    What a wonderful playroom…and I love the beautiful silhouette you created!

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  4. Kim @ Curtain Queen Creates says

    August 26, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    It looks like such a fun place to play! You did a great job – so colorful and cheerful. 🙂
    Blessings,
    Kim

    Reply
  5. Vicki says

    August 26, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    Adorable!! Looks like lots of fun! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

    Reply
  6. Tricia @ Simplicity in the South says

    August 26, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    Such an adorable playroom! I absolutely love the artwork and lively colors. I’m sure your grandson is enjoying it!

    Reply
  7. KC @ The Real Thing with the Coake Family says

    August 26, 2013 at 9:06 pm

    What a cute room! Looks like a great place to play.
    KC

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  8. Anu says

    August 26, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    What a great play space. Lots of fun details in there. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    August 26, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    Thanks for visiting me and inviting me over to see this adorable playroom! I love those colorful carpet tiles and the animal flash cards!

    Reply
  10. Luisa says

    August 27, 2013 at 9:59 am

    Man! I wished I had this room when I was a kid 🙂 LOVE those vintage ABC cards and the way they are displayed!!

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  11. Poppy says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:46 pm

    What a sweet playroom! Love the cute teepee, such a fun addition for a little boy’s playroom. I’m also loving the beautiful silhouette:) Thanks for your visit! I enjoyed your company! Have a great week!

    Reply

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